Looking Forward to Monday Morning: Ideas for Recognition and Appreciation Activities and Fun Things to Do at Work for Educators
Autor Diane Hodgesen Limba Engleză Paperback – 7 feb 2005
Just don't get carried away and remember that rewards must be of value to the recipient - not what you think the recipient wants! And above all, they must be sincere - nothing devalues any reward system faster than cynicism.
And the easiest tip from the book is to remember that one of the most powerful ways of showing appreciation is promptly and sincerely saying so! And by being specific about what it is that you like so much' - Nurturing Potential
Empower your staff members with a fresh appreciation for their work by nurturing their growth and success!
Has Monday morning become a less-than-exciting event for your staff members? Do you wish that you could help them look forward to the new week; that you could provide them with a more tangible appreciation for their efforts? In Looking Forward to Monday Morning, Diane Hodges, a former human resources director and school administrator, shares numerous staff appreciation and recognition activities that can be implemented to promote a positive environment and inspire staff members to look forward to the beginning of each new week.
In this insightful text, you will find low-cost, fun ideas that will help staff members:
- Experience concrete recognition for hard work and accomplishments
- Increase productivity and job longevity
- Exercise creativity during meetings, holidays, and lunchtime
- Participate in their own success while encouraging the growth and success of others
Empower your staff members with a fresh appreciation for their work and transform each day of the week into an opportunity for creativity and fun.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781412913386
ISBN-10: 1412913381
Pagini: 216
Dimensiuni: 178 x 254 x 12 mm
Greutate: 0.37 kg
Ediția:New.
Editura: SAGE Publications
Colecția Corwin
Locul publicării:Thousand Oaks, United States
ISBN-10: 1412913381
Pagini: 216
Dimensiuni: 178 x 254 x 12 mm
Greutate: 0.37 kg
Ediția:New.
Editura: SAGE Publications
Colecția Corwin
Locul publicării:Thousand Oaks, United States
Recenzii
"This book is well thought out, well written, and thorough. It contains page after page of examples and is a one point source for ways to make Monday mornings less tedious and more fun. Want to make your employees look forward to the workweek? This is the 'must have' book for you."
"Every administrator needs a copy of this book . . . and should keep it on the top of the 'To Do Pile'."
"The timing of this book is invaluable as our district addresses staff recruitment and retention goals."
"This book is for every well-intended administrator or frustrated staff member! It shows the power of positive reinforcement and the importance of recognition and appreciation in our schools today."
"As a professional trainer, Looking Forward to Monday Morning is a marvelous addition to my collection of icebreakers and team building exercises. Organizations that implement even a few of the ideas in this book will find they have happier, more productive employees who enjoy coming to work."
"Through the use of subtle humor, Hodges gives us extensive ideas and examples of ways we can improve our individual workplace environments. This book was truly enhanced by the inclusion of personal experiences by the author."
"In the spirit of the holiday season we gave all faculty, board members, administrators, and counselors copies of the book."
"Diane Hodges reminds us that there is a vast difference between compensation (the money) and recognition...many talented people leave good jobs and good money simply because they do not feel appreciated or valued as people. Buy the book, read the examples, but even more important, follow through. Go on, show someone you appreciate them!"
"If you ever wanted to thank your staff but didn’t know how, this is the book for you. Hodges notes that surveys show that recognition for a job well done ranks higher as a motivational factor than wages and job security. Principals and managers who actively show how much they value their employees build a positive climate that filters down to students. The ideas contained in this book are sure to tickle your staff and build morale."
"Every administrator needs a copy of this book . . . and should keep it on the top of the 'To Do Pile'."
"The timing of this book is invaluable as our district addresses staff recruitment and retention goals."
"This book is for every well-intended administrator or frustrated staff member! It shows the power of positive reinforcement and the importance of recognition and appreciation in our schools today."
"As a professional trainer, Looking Forward to Monday Morning is a marvelous addition to my collection of icebreakers and team building exercises. Organizations that implement even a few of the ideas in this book will find they have happier, more productive employees who enjoy coming to work."
"Through the use of subtle humor, Hodges gives us extensive ideas and examples of ways we can improve our individual workplace environments. This book was truly enhanced by the inclusion of personal experiences by the author."
"In the spirit of the holiday season we gave all faculty, board members, administrators, and counselors copies of the book."
"Diane Hodges reminds us that there is a vast difference between compensation (the money) and recognition...many talented people leave good jobs and good money simply because they do not feel appreciated or valued as people. Buy the book, read the examples, but even more important, follow through. Go on, show someone you appreciate them!"
"If you ever wanted to thank your staff but didn’t know how, this is the book for you. Hodges notes that surveys show that recognition for a job well done ranks higher as a motivational factor than wages and job security. Principals and managers who actively show how much they value their employees build a positive climate that filters down to students. The ideas contained in this book are sure to tickle your staff and build morale."
Cuprins
Dedication
Introduction
Acknowledgments
About the Author
About the Illustrator
I. Appreciation & Recognition
1. Group Recognition - Formal Activities
Years of Service Awards
Attendance Awards
Recognition From the Boss
Appreciation Events & Awards
End-of-the-Year Appreciation
Teacher Recognition
Above & Beyond the Call of Duty
Non-Employee Awards
Team Awards
Staff Appreciation Day or Week
Staff Newsletter
2. Group Recognition - Informal Activities
General Recognition
Gifts of Time
Special People Recognition
Name Recognition
Food Rewards - Yum!
Symbols of Recognition
Words of Thanks & Praise
Rewards for Meeting Goals
3. Individual Recognition
General Recognition
Special Recognition
Written Praises
Trying New Things...Good & Bad
II. Fun Ways to Spend Work Days
4. From the Beginning
New Year Starters
Get-Acquainted Activities
Staff Meetings
5. Through the Day
Professional Development Fun
Food & Fun
"Lunch Bunch" Activities
Your Attitude Is Showing!
No Special Reason...Just for Fun
Dress-Up Events
Counting the Days
6. To the End & Beyond
"Fun-Raisers" & Community Service
Label It Generous
End-of-the-Year Activities
Other Group Activities
After-Hours Network
III. Celebrating With Coworkers
7. Caring & Sharing
Welcoming a New Staff Member or Boss
Administrative Professionals Week
Get-Well Activities
Birthdays
Resignation or Retirement
Farewell Gifts
Think Spring!
8. Celebrating Holidays
Holiday Calendar
Valentine's Day
Easter
Halloween
Christmas
Holiday Gifts & Exchanges
"White Elephant" Events
Staff Gifts
Holiday Communications
Holiday Events
IV. Celebrate Yourself
9. Appreciate Yourself
Self-Affirmations
"The Best Thing About Today Was" Journal
Self-Affirmations Corner
Professional Portfolios
Your Office Environment
Daily Schedule
Index
Introduction
Acknowledgments
About the Author
About the Illustrator
I. Appreciation & Recognition
1. Group Recognition - Formal Activities
Years of Service Awards
Attendance Awards
Recognition From the Boss
Appreciation Events & Awards
End-of-the-Year Appreciation
Teacher Recognition
Above & Beyond the Call of Duty
Non-Employee Awards
Team Awards
Staff Appreciation Day or Week
Staff Newsletter
2. Group Recognition - Informal Activities
General Recognition
Gifts of Time
Special People Recognition
Name Recognition
Food Rewards - Yum!
Symbols of Recognition
Words of Thanks & Praise
Rewards for Meeting Goals
3. Individual Recognition
General Recognition
Special Recognition
Written Praises
Trying New Things...Good & Bad
II. Fun Ways to Spend Work Days
4. From the Beginning
New Year Starters
Get-Acquainted Activities
Staff Meetings
5. Through the Day
Professional Development Fun
Food & Fun
"Lunch Bunch" Activities
Your Attitude Is Showing!
No Special Reason...Just for Fun
Dress-Up Events
Counting the Days
6. To the End & Beyond
"Fun-Raisers" & Community Service
Label It Generous
End-of-the-Year Activities
Other Group Activities
After-Hours Network
III. Celebrating With Coworkers
7. Caring & Sharing
Welcoming a New Staff Member or Boss
Administrative Professionals Week
Get-Well Activities
Birthdays
Resignation or Retirement
Farewell Gifts
Think Spring!
8. Celebrating Holidays
Holiday Calendar
Valentine's Day
Easter
Halloween
Christmas
Holiday Gifts & Exchanges
"White Elephant" Events
Staff Gifts
Holiday Communications
Holiday Events
IV. Celebrate Yourself
9. Appreciate Yourself
Self-Affirmations
"The Best Thing About Today Was" Journal
Self-Affirmations Corner
Professional Portfolios
Your Office Environment
Daily Schedule
Index
Notă biografică
Diane Hodges is the managing partner of Threshold Group, an educational consulting firm in San Diego. After 30+ years as an educator, she is sharing her insights through books and international speaking events. Her wit and humor have delighted audiences and readers everywhere. She has served as an executive director of career and technical education, director of instructional services, director of human resources, secondary principal, counselor, and instructor. She earned her doctorate from Michigan State University, has received twelve national and state awards, and is a best-selling author of eight books.
Descriere
Has Monday morning become a less-than-exciting event for your staff members? Do you wish that you could help them look forward to the new week; that you could provide them with a more tangible appreciation for their efforts? In Looking Forward to Monday Morning, Diane Hodges, a former human resources director and school administrator, shares numerous staff appreciation and recognition activities that can be implemented to promote a positive environment and inspire staff members to look forward to the beginning of each new week.